Kaito approached the city gate, where two guards blocked his path.
"Halt, traveler," one of the guards said. "What brings you to Willowdale?"
"I'm from Brindlemark," Kaito replied. "I've come seeking information."
The guard's expression changed. "Brindlemark? What happened to your village?"
Kaito's eyes clouded over. "It was attacked by goblins. I defeated them and closed the portal they came from."
The guards looked at each other, seemingly impressed. "How did you manage to defeat them?" one of the guards asked, eyeing Kaito's youthful appearance. "You're just a young man. It's not often we see someone your age take down goblins."
The other guard leaned in, a hint of curiosity in his voice. "Wait a minute... are you one of the Blessed ones?"
Kaito nodded, and the guards exchanged a glance.
"Alright, you're free to pass," one of the guards said. "But before you go, we need to inform you that as a Blessed, you're required to register with the Adventurer's Guild. It's a new law, implemented to keep track of all Blessed individuals in the city."
Kaito nodded, intrigued. "Where is the Adventurer's Guild?"
The guard pointed down the street. "It's just a few blocks from here. You can't miss it. Just look for the large stone building with the guild's emblem on the door."
Kaito nodded, thanking the guards before continuing on his way. He made his way to the Adventurer's Guild, wondering what lay ahead.